Chesterwood openS on May 25, 2024
DAILY 10:00 - 5:00 (CLOSED TUESDAYS)
Our Season at a Glance
General Admission/Self-Guided Touring 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Guided Tour Add-ons:
”Specialty Tour of the Sculptor’s Studio” 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m.
”Specialty Tour of the Gilded-Age Residence” 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., and 2:00 p.m.
On-going programs:
”Evening Explorations” June 12, June 19, and June 26, 6:30 p.m.
”Mold a Memory” staff led art making activity, Weekends 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
”Art Lab Drop In” visitor led activities, daily 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
”Art Detective” scavenger hunt activity, daily 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
What can I see with General Admission/Self-Guided Touring ticket?
”Daniel Chester French: Sculpting an American Vision”
Chesterwood Study Collections
The historic 1898 Sculptor’s Studio and Piazza
Woodland Walks, Ledges Trail and Gardens
Art Activities in the Art Lab
Beginning June 29: The 46th Annual Contemporary Outdoor Sculpture Show
featuring 18 sculptures throughout the grounds
What if I want to see the historic 1901 residence?
When you purchase your general admission ticket, just “add-on” the Residence Tour ticket available at either 10:00am, 12:00 p.m. or 2:00 p.m. Residence tours are limited to 10 people.
What if I want to go on the Specialty Tour of the 1898 Studio?
When you purchase your general admission ticket, just “add-on” the Studio Tour ticket available at either 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m. or 3:00 p.m.
GENERAL ADMISSION:
Adults: $16
Seniors (65+): $14
Military: $10
National Trust for Historic Preservation Members: $10
Children (12 and under): Free
*EBT/WIC/Card to Culture: Free
SPECIALTY TOURS OF STUDIO & RESIDENCE ADD-ONS:
Adults: $10
Seniors (65+): $8
National Trust for Historic Preservation Members: $8
Children (12 and under): $2
*We are proud to participate in the Card to Culture program, a collaboration between Mass Cultural Council and the Department of Transitional Assistance, Massachusetts Health Connector, and WIC Nutrition Program, by offering EBT, WIC, and ConnectorCare cardholders free admission for 4 adults and their children. See the full list of participating organizations offering EBT, WIC, and ConnectorCare discounts.
During the season you can reach the Admissions desk at: 413-298-2023
or write to us at chesterwood@savingplaces.org
Planning a Group Tour?
We can accommodate groups of up to 25 people (larger groups will be split into two tours.) We prefer that Group Tours are scheduled at 10am, please allow at least 1.5 hours for your visit. Chesterwood provides public restrooms, a picnic area and a Gift Shop. There is no cafe on the premises. There are several restaurants in nearby downtown Stockbridge or Lenox. Private group tours are $18 per person. Please send inquiries to us at chesterwood@savingplaces.org
Renovations to the Residence will be complete in 2024!
Learn more about the residence and the rehabilitation project here. In 2024 you will have the option to sign up for a special Residence Tour when booking your regular admissions ticket.
Accessibility
All the buildings have entrance ramps which are accessible to persons with limited mobility. Visitors may be dropped off directly at the Visitor Center at the Barn where there is an entrance with a ramp in the back. There are handicapped parking spaces next to the Barn. A wheel chair or gallery stool is available upon request.
The paths that connect the main buildings are fairly level and covered with packed stones. The path leading up to the Visitor Center at the Barn has a medium incline and is paved.
The woodland walk is mostly flat with a well-cleared path. Service animals are allowed.
About Chesterwood
Chesterwood is a historic site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, the former summer home, studio and gardens of America’s foremost 20th century public sculptor. Daniel Chester French is best known for Minute Man, 1874 (Concord, MA) and the seated figure of Abraham Lincoln for the Lincoln Memorial, 1922 (Washington, DC). French's public sculpture work can be seen throughout the United States and even abroad. Visitors to Chesterwood will experience the life and work of this prolific and successful artist. It is an excellent example of creative placemaking by an artist who planned and created what he considered to be a paradise for him and his family.
While participating in highlight tours as well as open touring hours of the buildings, grounds and collection, visitors of all ages will enjoy exploring this site for creativity and inspiration designed by French in conjunction with the classical architect, Henry Bacon, as well as the well-known ornithologist, William Brewster. Hundreds of French's preliminary models and final works in bronze and marble are on view in the artist's Studio, in the Barn Gallery and in the Collections Gallery. The formal Studio garden and woodland walk also offer a quiet respite in harmony with the man-made and natural surroundings.
COVID-19 CODE OF COURTESY
Use of facemasks is optional for all visitors.
Please be respectful of those who choose to wear facemasks.
For the health and safety of all:
Social distancing is always a good idea—please be mindful of other guests.
If you are not feeling well or are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 as defined by the CDC, have been exposed to anyone with the virus within the last ten days, or have been advised to self-quarantine within the last ten days, please plan to visit at a later time.